#Plastic

Industry scientists were aware of the potential risks of microplastics as early as the 1970s, an investigation reveals.

Cafes will be allowed to serve dine-in coffee drinkers in disposable cups in changes to new plastics laws.

I have two thermoses. One is a proper vacuum thermos, and in freezing weather its outside turns into a piece of icy metal that gives off almost no heat. The other has a plastic cup-shaped top that screws on and keeps the water inside.…

Consumers may pay an extra Re 1 or Rs 2 for plastic water bottles, refundable at designated collection points; pilot project likely to begin at tourist destinations.

spent the whole summer sitting on those old plastic chairs that sink into the grass. finally decided to upgrade the space before fall hits. looking at some patio furniture that can actually handle the rain and still look decent.…

Microplastics are a major problem we have to tackle, but one Irish teen has invented a biodegradable plastic that destroys ambient microplastics.

no matter how much i try and cut down on buying plastic (if theres a non plastic option i go for it like a bamboo toothbrush ect ect) but i always seem to be filling up bags of plastic every week, its mainly from food but i cant get away from that with…

I'm trying to start listening to only purchased music and stop using streaming unless for things like live videos in order to create better listening habits and support musicians monetarily.…

Tour our miniature dream house to see how oil and gas became part of everyday products.

You can help prevent an even more plastic-infested future for our oceans. Here are 5 tips to get you started from Conservation International's diving guru.

Pervasive plastic contamination and unreliable methods have clouded the science on microplastics in the human body. In an interview, Australian scientist Cassandra Rauert, who built a plastics-free lab to study human exposure, explores the challenges for…

Embedding enzymes that break down ester bonds into compostable polyesters enables rapid and complete biodegradation even in microbe-scarce environments.…

With billions of people experiencing hunger in 2025 and unable to afford a healthy diet, food insecurity remains a critical global challenge…

The World Ocean Plastic Planning Center, or “PlaPla,” is serving as a de facto educational hub for coming to grips with the severity of the plastics crisis.

Cancer-fighting doctors share eight simple ways they limit chemical and pollution exposure at home.

BYD sold 4.6M vehicles in 2025, but Americans can't buy one. We CT scanned four components from its lineup to reveal what vertical integration looks like at the part level.